Question

Which meaning in the dictionary entry is correct for the word dedicate in the context of the following sentence?

Myra has decided to dedicate her life to the welfare of animals

Answer 1

There are three different definitions to the word “dedicate.” Here are those options…

• To commit or devote (time, effort, or oneself) to a particular job or purpose

• To name something as being published or presented as a tribute to someone

• To formally open or unveil (a building or memorial)

Now, reading the sentence we can tell that when Myra talks about dedicating her life to the welfare of animals, we know that she means she wants to basically devote her life.

In conclusion, the best definition is to commit or devote (time, effort, or oneself) to a particular job or purpose.

- Marlon Nunez

Answer 2

Devote (time, effort, or oneself) to a particular task or purpose.